Crown Point Campground fishing pier closure on Lake Champlain

NY DEC Press Releases

Published April 1st, 2026

Detected April 1st, 2026

Summary

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced an immediate temporary closure of the Crown Point Campground Fishing Pier on Lake Champlain due to structural damage to the pier roof. The closure affects fishing and walking access to the pier for the duration of the 2026 season while DEC works with a structural engineer to assess the infrastructure. The remaining areas of the Crown Point Campground and Day Use Area remain open to the public.

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The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has implemented an immediate temporary closure of the Crown Point Campground Fishing Pier on Lake Champlain in Essex County. The closure was initiated due to structural damage affecting the pier roof, prompting DEC to restrict fishing and walking access out of an abundance of caution for public safety. DEC is coordinating with a structural engineer to evaluate the damage and determine next steps; the closure may extend through the entire 2026 season.

Public recreationists should note that all other areas of the Crown Point Campground and Day Use Area remain accessible. Alternative outdoor recreation options include Ausable Point Campground and Day Use Area, Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area, and various fishing spots along Lake Champlain. The public will be notified when the pier is deemed safe and reopened. Contact DEC Region 5 Ray Brook office at (518) 897-1200 for additional information.

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April 01, 2026

DEC Announces Temporary Closure of Crown Point Campground Fishing Pier on Lake Champlain

Immediate Closure for Pier in Effect; Remaining Areas of Crown Point Campground and Day Use Area Remain Open for Public Use

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced an immediate, temporary closure of the Fishing Pier located at the Crown Point Campground and Day Use Area in Crown Point, Essex County, due to structural damage to the pier roof.

Out of an abundance of caution to ensure public safety, fishing and walking on the pier will not be allowed while DEC works with a structural engineer to evaluate the infrastructure and any next steps. This closure may continue for the duration of the 2026 season.

The remaining areas of the Crown Point Campground and Day Use Area remain open for public use while the pier is closed. In addition, nearby alternative locations for outdoor recreation include Ausable Point Campground and Day Use Area, Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management area, and many fishing spots along Lake Champlain.

DEC will announce the reopening of the Crown Point Fishing Pier once the site is deemed safe for the public. Contact DEC’s Region 5 Ray Brook office at (518) 897-1200 for more information, or visit DEC’s website.

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